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how business is and how it’s going to stay for a long time so you have to figure out if you’ve got what it takes to be part of the race, or a spectator. Do you have what it takes to refine your business, shed excess luggage (excuse the pun) and box above your weight?

Editor-in-chief Justin Scott WOW, what a year! If you’d had it easy this year you have to be one of only a handful who have been able to relax and ease through the last 12 months. For the rest of us it sometimes feel like we’re one of the rowers of a Viking ship, getting whipped no matter how hard we pulling on the oar. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not a negative type of guy but I am realist and I think you’re discerning enough to know I’d be talking rubbish if I waxed lyrical about how easy this year has been....that’s not true for the majority of us out there and I’m not going to start insulting your intelligence by professing otherwise. OK, so it’s been tough. I reckon this is the new economy, not the tail of the recession. Tough is

Harsh, yeah, I know but then Africa isn’t for sissy’s is it? We understand what tough is all about and we’ve been conditioned to prosper in tough times....or at least I like to believe so. If we’re going to make anything out of 2013 we need to accept that there is a new of doing business and it’s not something we going to learn in business school - the learning happens out there at the cold face where successes are short lived and failure is sometimes fatal. It’s perhaps the most interesting time in decades to be in business and for those of you in the trenches every day know we admire your tenacity and grit. As we close out this year and head into the next I will acknowledge that this magazine, one of the several in our stable, has delivered a few hurdles through the year that has

seen us have to be creative, tenacious and in some cases just outright reliant on faith. That said we’re still around and looking good! 2013 hold great promise and opportunity and the fact that we’re heading towards our 2nd year anniversary in April says a lot. We look forward to spending more time with you next year, bringing you great stories about what’s happening around our amazing country and hopefully more stories about businesses and people making strong strides living their dreams and running their businesses. I’m always interested in hearing from you, even it’s it a “Hi”, so feel free to drop me an email and share a story or idea - it’s great to stay in touch and I welcome the ‘conversation’ - it helps get through those tougher days knowing we’re somehow all connected, doing the best we can. Till we chat again, God Bless Justin e-mail me at editor@fabmags.co.za

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STAYING IN TOUCH So you picked up the magazine and you’re reading the staying in touch column wondering what exactly it’s all about. Well we know that for many of you, you don’t get to jet set around the country that often, which means you might not get a chance to pick up every edition of the magazine. Don’t worry! All the great articles and competition giveaways are still up for grabs. All you have to do is follow us on Twitter @theairportmag, or get to our facebook page www.facebook. com/theairportmag and like us. It’s really that simple. Once you’ve done that we’ll keep you up to date with our latest edition, breaking stories and awesome interviews.

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24 chiano sky An interview with SA’s emerging super star 30 extreme photo Getting Airborne these holidays 32 photographers to look out for Louis John van Rooyen 36 where to eat 24 Interview with Anele mdoda The energetic girl behind the radio

46 destinations with a difference The Graskop Hotel 48 The delightful madame zingara 52 sizzling summer at suncoast Why you need to head down to Suncoast this December

gadgets 11 GADGETS For the non techno junkies and junkies alike! What is new gadget wise

56 what women want 58 when life throws you lemons, make margaritas

lifestyle Facebook facebook.com/theairportmag TWITTER twitter.com/theairportmag

08 my city SA’s top Singer - Lloyd Cele 12 STORM’S RANTs

inspiration 16 Tom on life You are Here - finding your path.

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Meet the brilliant people who contribute to our magazine

Richard Webb is a Cape Town based publisher and motoring journalist who divides his time between the UK and South Africa. He writes on all matters automotive for The Airport Magazine. richard@ovation.co.za

lil Bianchi is an Umhlanga based strength and conditioning coach. With her passion for sport, strength and body science she devotes her time to coaching and communicating her approach to health, exercise and lifestyle through her fitness blog www.grablifebythebells.blogspot.com. She writes on all matters health.

marc forrest often referred to as the iGuy, Marc is a true gadget geek at heart. His love for Gadgets & Apple products is displayed in his blog, MarcForrest.com, which is ranked as the top personal & tech blog in KZN according to Afrigator. com. marc@iguy.co.za | www.marcforrest.com

storm catterick is a born and bred Mtunzini resident. With a love for writing she includes a young, fresh outlook to everything she does. Storm currently writes and adds her flavour to a portfolio of magazines held by FabMags, including the Airport Magazine.

tom basson is the spiritual growth pastor at Grace Family Church, and has a passion for “intentional living”. He also writes on productivity, tech, spirituality, relationships, and, on occasion, stuff that doesn’t fit neatly into any one of those categories. http://tombasson.wordpress.com

PIPPA ROWNEY grew up in KZN and after finishing school in PMB and studied at UCT, graduating with a BA in Media and Writing Studies. A few of her favourite things include writing, photography, travel, dancing and people. Pippa is newly married and loving being back in KZN.

sam bradley is a travel and adventure enthusiast. He’s travelled to four continents, including living in the Peruvian jungle for six months as well as tour-guiding through most of Southern Africa. He’s married to Cristie and is a committed Christian. He is currently living in Durban and completing his article to become a C.A.

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There’s no need for a long introduction for this rising S.A star who we have all come to know and love and someone who truly proves that winning Idols is not the be-all and end-all of a musician’s dream of stardom. With hard work and perseverance, Lloyd has made an exceptional name for himself in the music industry and continues to create popular hit songs. Formerly a passionate Ballito resident, Lloyd made the logistical decision to move his wife and son to Johannesburg for his work, but they still have a deep-rooted love of our sunny shores and visit as often as possible. KZN is Lloyd’s true home and this is what he loves about it.

Watch the rugby Any location that’s got a good vibe, mostly at a friend’s or my place with friends.

Take a walk After dropping our son off at crèche, my wife and I used to love taking a walk along Ballito Beach! We would sometimes take breakfast in a picnic basket and watch the sunrise.

Go on a date Razzmatazz at the Cabana Beach Hotel overlooking the Umhlanga Beach — if you’re lucky, a guy comes around playing a guitar and singing your favourite romantic song.

Grab a drink with the mates I miss the old Blue Lagoon; I used to love hanging out there with my mates and sometimes catch a mutton bunny chow at Orientals.

Eat lunch The Mugg and Bean at the Gateway shopping mall does it for me. With wi-fi, it’s a great place to catch up on e-mails and do a little social networking. Spend time with the family Finding a balance between work and family is always a challenge, but nevertheless family always takes precedence! The Japanese Gardens is the best — I get to unwind, take time out and have fun. We usually like to have a braai or a picnic and then play a bit of soccer. I also used to love buying pancakes from the Hyper by the Sea and take them to the Japanese Gardens just to chill. issue 17 | the airport magazine

Work out Virgin Active at Gateway is awesome. The location is great — you don’t just work out and leave, you can go and watch a movie or hit the waves and skate at the Wave House.

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If you are looking to buy the perfect Christmas gift for under R500 for any male between the ages of three to 63, I highly recommend that you get your hands on a Swann remote control helicopter before they get one for themselves.

There seem to be a whole bunch of cool and exciting accessories for the iPhone appearing on the shelves at the moment. One of the latest add-ons that I got to test recently was a cool little gadget called the Kageto Dot.

Having had the chance to play with this awesome little gadget for the last couple of weeks, I have had endless fun mastering my helicopter pilot skills. The Swann helicopter is a switch-on-and-go gadget — all you have to do is to put 6 AA batteries into the remote control. The helicopter can be charged using a USB cable to any computer or by using a cable at the back of the remote.

Kageto Dot allows you to simply clip on this odd looking lens, open the dedicated app, called Looker, and start recording a 360° panoramic video. Very cool! Once you have recorded your videos, you can share them and even post them to your social media streams and allow friends to spin around in your 360° virtual world.

The control is really, really simple and it only takes a couple of minutes, plus a few crash landings, to get the hang of it. The Swann helicopter retails for R399 and is available from most Vodacom & Cellucity outlets.

Despite the somewhat doubtful lifespan of the charge on iPhone and other smartphone batteries these days, having a spare battery is not an option with most of these devices. So, the next best option is to buy a battery pack cover, which extends the life of the battery on your smartphone.

If you are a fan of using your iPhone for photography and videography, I would seriously suggest buying yourself one of these as a “from-me-to-me” Christmas present! It is available from all iStore stores in South Africa.

I managed to test the latest Incipio Offgrid Pro battery pack and have been seriously impressed. The battery pack offers a 1700mAh rechargeable battery and what really caught my attention was that the cover comes with an extra battery which means enough can effectively triple your battery life. The cover of the battery pack does not add too much weight to the phone and is slim enough to look like a normal iPhone cover. You can charge the cover via USB on your computer and the batteries will charge your phone back up to about 60 to 70 percent. This battery pack has saved me plenty of times when I have found myself with one percent battery power remaining. If you have an iPhone and often find yourself running out of battery power, I suggest that you look at getting yourself one of these, which retail for around R750, which makes them affordable as well.

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Did you know that you can get a “good” seat on an airplane without spending copious amounts of money to be bumped up to Business or 1st Class? Let’s say you suffer from motion sickness. The best place for you to sit is in the middle, by the wing — much like a seesaw, if the pilot moves the plane up and down, the seats at the back and front are going to move the most. If there are no more wing seats left, sit closer to the front because the tail end tends to move more — simple physics can help the poor soul next to you spend his flight without puke on his shirt.

Next time you go on about petrol prices going up and having to fill your car, just think about how much a plane uses. It is said that the number-one expense for an airline is fuel, which, as we know, isn’t about to get any cheaper!

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Because of our inexplicable need for this mobile-making magic juice and the rise and fall of the petrol price, the prices of flights continuously go up and down, rendering us, the consumers, not so happy! But so is life, so next time you throw your toys out the cot because your flight is R100 more expensive, wallow and soak in the fact that your average two-engine, narrow-body aircraft burns about 15 gallons of gas per minute at cruising altitude.

Have you ever seen the cabin crew pull back the curtain just after the first row and before the cockpit? This is actually for when the pilots need a bathroom break or a “me time” break as they use the same toilets as us. When it comes to that time when nature comes – a – knocking, the pilot alerts a flight attendant on the intercom (now we know why they get called to the cockpit so much). The attendants then have to set up a barrier to the cockpit and give the pilot the thumbs-up when no one can see him leaving his throne (either of them).

Which makes sense, because although we know that they switch the plane onto auto pilot, it’s still reassuring to know that someone is sitting there making sure we don’t crash into anything — I didn’t say it was plausible, just reassuring !

You may hate it when the “fasten seat belt” sign comes on and an air hostess reprimands you because your seat belt is not done up and then, in a condescending tone, teaches you how to do it as if it were rocket science — but, shame, they have to deal with a lot, so let them have their fun. Any way, it is in your best interests after all; turbulence may not be dangerous to the aircraft per se but it is for the people in it. In some cases people have been slammed into the ceiling and dropped to the floor, resulting in serious injuries. So, if you’re looking for a gorgeous mamacita to land in your lap this might be a good opportunity, but it should be noted that she might be unconscious or bleeding profusely, which would kind of detract from the your goal!

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The MINI just grows and grows To understand the context of the Mini Countryman, one has to delve back into the murky past of Britain’s crumbling automotive prospects in the late 1960’s. Lord Stokes, the new chairman of the then named British Motor Corporation (BMC) was desperate to leverage the success of Alec Issigonis’ complete brilliance that was the Morris and Austin Mini. Over fish and chips, brown ale and cigarettes, BMC management worked out that they needed a more profitable brand extension to the fabulous and wholly worthy Mini. So they wheeled Alec Issigonis to create homage to the Mini. He created a monster called the Maxi. This beast was launched in 1969, in an expensive blaze of futile publicity. It boasted front wheel drive and a five speed ‘box. It was a truly horrid thing, but on the positive side, it was known as the 100 mph bed, because it topped out at a wheezy 160 km/h and the front seats folded flat to create a bed like experience. Hopefully not at the same time though. Fast-forward 40 years and BMW have leveraged the success of the their highly profitable MINI. The MINI Countryman is meant to leverage the success of Alec Issigonis’ completely brilliant

Morris and Austin Mini. Sound familiar? The Countryman ALL4 Cooper S feels immediately bigger than the ‘regular’ MINI. The engine is very willing and if you have never experienced the normal Cooper S, you’d never know that the weight of the four-wheel-drive technology has blunted the cars’ performance. The car does feel smooth and very urgent when it is called upon to perform. Do you need four-wheel drive with this chassis and engine combo? Nope. Not unless you live in the Ceres mountains in the winter. The handling is superb, gripping tenaciously and allows for hooligan behaviour to be rewarded with indecently quick progress along twisty roads. Inside, the car is not that convincing for my tastes. The switchgear is over the top; the speedo is bigger than a dustbin lid, the evocative rocker switches are located low on the centre console and difficult to locate without taking your eyes off the road. The car will happily fit at least four adults in the car and drive reasonable distances in manageable comfort. But tell your mates to leave most of their luggage at home. This

car is 4 097 mm long, pretty much on a par with your typical supermini and its boot is just 350-litres. Inside, though, the MINI’s obsession with circles made me feel like I was trapped inside a giant Aero chocolate bar. Too many bubbles for my liking. So has Mini created a monster worthy of its Austin Maxi grand dad? No, the Countryman’s not a bad car. This time MINI have managed to keep much of the original Mini zest in place. The steering is direct and responsive, making the Countryman a keen performer, and while the ride is sometimes unsettled on South African roads, it does settle down nicely at higher speeds, particularly in sixth gear. It’s costly but oh so trendy and the pretty yummie mummies will absolutely love it. The third generation of BMW's MINI, which will arrive in 2014, will also serve as the base for the next generation Countryman. It is one of BMW's treasured sources of profit as it offers almost limitless potential for expansion. Power will come from a range of BMW’s three cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Expect the dustbin lid sized speedo in the centre of the car to be consigned to; you guessed it, the dustbin. issue 17 | the airport magazine

16 | tom on life

YOU ARE

Words Tom Basson

HERE

Living in the present requires us to have two reference points against which we navigate the journey of our lives but sometimes we tend not to navigate in the present but in the past or dreaming of the future. If you want to find out where you are, you need some sort of reference point — a lighthouse on a hill, a beacon by which you are able to navigate. Let’s call this beacon “the future”. It represents where you are heading, the person you want to become and the achievements you hope to attain. But one reference point is not enough. Navigators will tell you that in order to know in which direction you are travelling, you need a second reference point. Let’s call this point “the past”. It’s where you’ve come from and it helps to give you your bearings. You see, before we can see where we’re going, we need to know where we came from.

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So do you want to know where you are? You are here...Smack bang between your future and your past and it’s called “the present”. Sometimes we forget that that’s where we exist and we find ourselves living in two extremes. On the one hand we live only for the future, discarding the lessons and wisdom learnt from the past. We spend so much time dreaming about what could be that we miss out on what actually is. On the other hand, we dwell too long on the past and fall into the trap of “traditionalism” — doing things a certain way simply because that’s how we’ve always done them. Because we’re looking behind us all the time, we miss out on what is in front of us.

I have always found this tension hard to manage. Because of how I’m wired, I am always looking to the “next thing” and so often I find myself missing out on the present. Perhaps for you it’s talking about “the good ol’ days” a bit too much. The challenge, however, for all of us, is to acknowledge the past, have dreams for the future but, most of all, engage in the present! As Albert Camus wrote:

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Durban Girls College grade 7 Hockey and Netball team

Catching up with those coming and going at SAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great airports. From: Durban Profession: Students

Coming or Going

The Grd 7 Durban Girls College hockey and netball team were about to check into KSIA for their 8 day hockey and netball tour to the Western Cape accompanied by their coaches. There were some very sad and worried faces from their mothers as they said their goodbyes to their excited and giddy daughters.

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WORDS Storm Catterick

SA’s emerging superstar

When I heard the sultry and seductive sound of Chiano Sky on her first hit single Sick, Sick, there was no doubt in my mind that I must be listening to another fresh, new artist from America. The professionalism, the maturity, the calibre of both lyrics and sound could easily be ranked with the likes of Lady Gaga, Katy Perry — you name it! But much to my (very pleasant) surprise, I found that I was actually listening to an 18-year-old bombshell from Johannesburg! Once again our part of the world is showing just how much talent we have here. Three major singles under her belt, which have been playlisted nationwide, Sick Sick, Walking Away and her current single, Home Sweet Home, have rapidly made Chiano a firm favourite amongst S.A audiences and it won’t be too long till she’s as sought after all over the world! With a sound that echoes the era that starred the likes of Nina Simone, Etta James, Marvin Gaye and Curtis Mayfield to more recent divas, like Adele and especially Amy Winehouse, plus a modern pop influence, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone, young or old, that won’t like what this exciting, fresh talent has to offer! With a new album out, I am looking forward to seeing this rising star soar!. Not many South African singers realise their dream of becoming a professional singer at the level you have reached! What’s more, you’ve managed to achieve all this at the tender age of 18, so to what do you attribute your success and how did you get your big break? One thing I know is that I am still very far from the top; this journey has and still does require a

lot of hard work, dedication, decisions, time, etc. After deciding that music was the path I wanted to pursue, I left Fourways High School in Grade 9 and enrolled at the National School of the Arts where I studied every aspect of music. Then, by pure chance, the South African DJ, Paul Almeida walked into the restaurant, Simply Asia, where I was waitressing and gave me his card. He listened to some of the songs that I had written by that time, after which he presented them to EMI. Then the fireworks began and the company said they wanted to sign me. You come from a modelling background — did that help you to get your name recognized? If not, how has modelling helped you? What mags have you featured in? I think modelling really taught me to be more confident. It certainly taught me how to carry myself correctly and it taught me to accept criticism, which is really benefiting me now in my music career. Some of the mags that I featured in were Fairlady, Glamour, Voila and Dossier. Are you still interested in pursuing your modelling career or is it all about the music now? Luckily for me they go hand in hand, so they are benefiting from each other. As much as I love modelling, music will always be my greatest passion, so for now I have put my modelling career on hold as this break in the music industry is something that only happens once and I need to embrace it now.

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I feel so lucky to be doing something I love at such a young age â&#x20AC;&#x201D; every aspect of this journey has been exciting

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| 27 So, from waitressing to stardom, what has changed in your life and what has been the most exciting thing that’s happened during this time? So much has changed — my daily routine and lifestyle — and I feel so lucky to be doing something I love at such a young age. Every aspect of this journey has been exciting. Bringing out my debut album really meant a lot to me and was such an exciting learning experience. What does a week in the life of Chiano Sky consist of? My weeks are very spontaneous. I normally do sound checks for different gigs and do interviews. Sometimes I get all dressed up for events. I like to work on new ideas in the studio or sometimes just spend quality time with myself and getting to know the city.

You currently have two singles out, which are both unbelievable! Is there a full album in the pipeline that fans can look forward to? Yes, I have just released my debut album, Hungry. I experimented with genres such as blues, jazz, pop and a little bit of electro so there is definitely something in there for everyone. I have also put so much of myself into the album which makes it really special and personal to me. You took a huge risk by leaving school to pursue your music career. What was the deciding factor that made your decision to leave final? Did your parents support your choice? Yes, my mom really supported my dream which made it easier for me to express myself. Music has been my passion since I was a child and it just felt right and the most honest decision that I could make for myself. From where do you derive your style? You remind me a lot of Jessie J in terms of style — is she someone you look up to? Have you always been interested in fashion? I do admire Jesse J but not as much as I look up to Gwen Stefani, Diana Ross and Kylie Minogue. Yes, I do enjoy playing with fashion and have always taken an interest in it. What is your idea of what is deemed “fashionable”? I like to play and experiment with fashion.

I suppose fashion and being fashionable is different for everyone. What I think is fashionable depends on my mood for the day, I guess. Your songs focus a lot on boys and love…is this from experience or is it something that you want? Most of it is from experience, but I also like to write about the ideal love for me. How do you come up with your lyrics? The writing process is never the same. Sometimes I write the lyrics first and other times I come up with the melody first and write a story around it. When I get a new idea I also like to record it on my phone to work on later.

If you could record with anyone in the world, who would it be? My first choice was always Amy Winehouse, but because this is no longer possible, I would love to record with Kylie Minogue, Diana Ross or Mick Jagger. What would your advice be to young girls who, (A): Hesitate to pursue their dream because of a man or (B): Want to become a professional singer? (A): If a man really loves you he will encourage your dream and not hold you back. (B): I think it’s important to try and expose yourself to as many music-related projects such as concerts, plays and competitions or even open-mic nights as possible. Not only will you gain experience, but you never know who could be listening!

I find it unbelievable that your vocals are so mature and professional for your age. How did you establish this unique sound? I think every great musician is endowed with their own unique sound, but I also think I picked up a lot of my favorite artists’ tricks and lingo while I was growing up. They are Amy Winehouse, Etta James, Marvin Gaye , Nina Simone, etc. Within two years you have released two incredible singles and become an overnight sensation. How do you keep yourself grounded? Remembering were you came from and who you are inside is very important and trying not to get lost in the bright lights and getting caught up in the hype is also key. issue 17 | the airport magazine

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With the lure of summer and end of year holidays this picture defines what a great holiday means, getting outdoors enjoying the long summer days and all that mother nature has to throw at us. When you back in the office think back to the days you let loose and ripped through the waves!

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WORDS Storm Catterick

PHOTOGRAPHERS TO LOOK OUT FOR

There’s something about a good photograph that captures the imagination and enchants the eye, whether it’s because it’s a memory that will be forever frozen in time, or the fact that you can capture the most precious moments in someone’s life!

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34 | feature Photographers to look out for I have always envied the way in which photographers view life — how they can find something aesthetically pleasing in even the most insignificant or less-than-attractive things. We are so blessed to have some truly amazing photographers, all unique and different in their own way, but with one common underlying factor — they are all brilliant! With this in mind, we decided that during the next couple of months we would profile some of our nation’s best photographers who we think that you should look out for when capturing that next special moment! In our second feature we are profiling Louis John van Rooyen, an absolutely amazing guy — something which makes him that much better as a photographer. His warm and intimate style allows for truly memorable pictures and his personal connection with his clients gives his photos an unmatched, heavenly character.

fortunate I am to be the person who creates images of such importance to them — images that allow the people viewing them to relive and connect with that moment again and again. That’s inspiring. How would you describe your style? That’s a difficult question. I would have to say it’s documentary. Taking photographs of people is really challenging and rewarding. The moments that I try and capture are random. I guess my style could also be described as romantic. What is your favourite photography accessory? I would have to say the extremely big and bulky underwater housing for my baby Nikon D40. At times I’m not sure if it’s trying to drown me or allowing me to take photographs under water. What is your favourite or the best photo you have taken? There are so many! But I think that one that stands out was taken in May this year as a

images that allow the people viewing them to relive and connect with that moment again and again. That’s inspiring. Tell us a little bit about yourself? I grew up in a small town called Empangeni and moved to an even smaller town called Mtunzini, on the North Coast, when I was about 12 years old. I still call ’Zini my home, but after leaving school I headed to Durban to study programming. There was a stage after completing my course where I moved between two web design firms and wasn’t very happy with what I was doing, I had always taken photos of our shenanigans in Durban and so started thinking more seriously about photography. What gives you ideas or inspires you to create such amazing imagery? I think ideas are all around us every day — you just have to keep your eyes open to the world around you. Photographers are always seeking out patterns, shapes and frames for our subjects. I find most of my inspiration in the people I shoot. I tend to shoot two people in a moment that I feel is honest and real and, on looking at the photographs on the PC at home, I can’t help thinking how gratifying it is and how issue 17 | the airport magazine

family portrait. It encapsulates our life, with Durban’s Golden Mile in the background… and the three loves of my life. Describe the ideal conditions for getting a great photo? In terms of lighting, I would push to shoot in the late afternoon — the light I am looking for is always found then… soft and warm, like my bed in the morning. I think you need to be able to make most situations work for you, even when they aren’t ideal, whether that is deciding to use shade on a bright day or using a reflector to fill in the shadows, or even shooting into the sun. Being able to understand how to use your camera to the best of your ability in those conditions is key. Try to be as prepared as you can be. You and your subject both need to have a clear understanding of what you’re trying to get out of your photographs. I would say preparation is vital and having ideal conditions is secondary to getting a great photo.

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WHERE TO EAT

36 | lifestyle good food

TABAGO’s

Radisson Blue Hotel Waterfront, Capetown 021 441 3414 Tobago’s Restaurant boasts local and international cuisine. With the blue Atlantic at the table’s edge, no location is better suited for a stunning lunch, dinner or leisurely drink.

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dish restaurant @ Lefranschhoek FRANSHOEK, WESTERN CAPE 021 876 8900

Ghazal North Indian Restaurant sandton 011 706 9826 Located in the middle of Sandton, and is said to be the best Indian restaurant in all of Jo’burg. The menu focuses on classic dishes from Northern India with a great Indian style interior design. A must visit!

HAVE A SAY

Dish Restaurant @ Le Franschhoek conveys a “French dining” theme with antique mirrors and elegant gold couches, with a central fire that adds to the intimate dining experience. The contemporary Euro-classic style and menu -inspired by locally grown produce - invites guests to embark on a voyage of taste in the spectacular setting of Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa.impressive restaurant.

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We love eating out and we know you do to, especially when you’re travelling. So if you’ve found the perfect place that’s worth sharing just email the restaurants name and town and we’ll do the rest. Send info to editor@fabmags.co.za

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WORDS Storm Catterick

THE GIRL BEHIND THE RADIO! She’s as confident as a bird committing itself to the air, which gives her the security to always “tell it like it is”- making her someone to be genuinely admired and rather feared (should you cross her). It is this that has made this vivacious 28-year-old such a success in both her radio and television careers. Her sharp wit and energetic presence landed her a prime spot, along with fellow Highveld FM personality Grant Nash, on the youth-focussed radio station, 5FM. Their chemistry was phenomenal and they were soon known to fans as the “awesome twosome”. With a goal-oriented mind, Anele has tested herself in both her professional career and in her

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private life, going from her start as a university radio host to Highveld Stereo on to 5FM, becoming a Top Billing presenter, riding the Argus, Dancing with the Stars and then to writing a book. Another admirable characteristic of this hard-working woman is how she faces up to a challenge — she is driven by what her mind tells her she cannot do. Unfortunately, these days the 12 – 3 pm slots on 5FM will not be filled with Anele (and Grant’s) hilarious comedic humour, but without doubt we haven’t seen the last of her and I am excited to see what the future has in store for this effervescent, bubbly woman.

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Be yourself at all times; radio is sold on authenticity, so who you are is enough. Promise!

Tell us a bit about yourself — how did you get into radio? I studied at the University of PTA and they have the best campus radio in the country so I started there when I was 19, fell in love with it and have been on air ever since.

What else did you do whilst working with 5FM? Is it enough just to be a radio host or do you need to have things on the side? It is important to have things on the side but it is also important that radio, your core business, never suffers.

You were part of the 5FM family for over three years, with an extremely popular show. What was the deciding factor in your moving on? I was there for four years, hey, and it was a blast and it did a lot for both my career and personal growth, which is why I took the Highveld deal — more of both.

I would expect that working with 5FM could be hilariously funny. What were your funniest / most embarrassing moments there? Grant swearing on air was hilarious — the caller was saying that he had just found a worm in his salad, so Grant pipes up, “A salad so f@%?ing fresh you found a worm! Ha, ha, ha!” (Could have been a moment thing...)

I remember that on your last show you said something about creating opportunities for other aspiring DJs — that’s extremely selfless of you! Why do you feel that this is important? I feel 5FM is a station where the youth of S.A should always feel that one of their own is on air and the more the merrier. The brand 5FM builds profiles, so I feel that every young radio DJ should have a stab at it. It is not selflessness, just logic really. What did it feel like to leave something that has literally become family, and Grant in particular? I still see and harass Grant on the air daily. I am the friend who calls him when I know he is meditating so that he knows that I am waiting (LOL) and, as to the staff at 5FM, they are still mates. I love Euphonik and Poppy so I make a point of seeing them and Fresh owes me a hug a month. Aisha, the station manager, is also still very important to me because she is so wise. issue 17 | the airport magazine

Any memorable highlights? Everything, really and the call-screener named Kuvesh — such an unhappy happy person; him I will miss every day! What’s next for bubbly Anele? What are you doing now? Promoting my book — yes, I wrote the book, It feels wrong to laugh but… and I am the face of the clothing label LCA, so I am busy working with Anissa Mpungwe, the owner, to come up with a line. You are an Audi ambassador. What does this entail? How do you get chosen? This means driving the MY Q3 everywhere, which is not difficult. I love it so much that I considered sleeping in it when I went to Oppikoppi this year! I think they chose me because my first two cars were Audis so it made sense to get someone who was already in bed with the four rings.

You were on Dancing with the Stars in 2008? How much work and practise goes on behind the scenes? What was the charity you were supporting? I was, I was. What stress… what fun... what emotion! Behind the scenes was lots of fun, especially since Rob Van Vuuren was on — he made me pee my pants laughing a few times. You train for five hours a day. I felt like an Olympian! It wasn’t for charity, but the charity I support is Cheesekids. Check it out for good fun for a good cause. During your time in the spotlight what else have you done that is noteworthy? Did you ever think that you would be where you are today? Ah, man, lots, but I would have to say my Top Billing interview with Sir Paul Smith stands out b-e-e-e-e-g time and I am happy about where I am, but I still have so much further to go. You’re close to Grant — why has he decided to take a vow of silence? It’s kind of weird that a guy who made a living talking is now vowing not to? (lol)I saw it coming years back. Grant is the nicest person in the world and cares for all, not just humans, so this is him caring always. Do you have any tips for aspiring radio hosts and DJs looking to crack the market? Be yourself at all times; radio is sold on authenticity, so who you are is enough. Promise!

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Quickies:

Favourite airline? SAA all the way! Favourite airport? OR Tambo! Funniest thing youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen at an airport? Two women pitching up to bid farewell to ONE boyfriend. It was awkward, okay! Favourite thing to do to pass the time at an airport I sleep before we take off. If I could, I would bottle it and sell it! People are so envious of my sleeping abilities. I can easily sleep from here to NYC.

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FACTS & FIGURES | 43 happenings new years

FIZZY FACTS

Champagne! victory Bashes one deserves| Places it; in defeat it. - NAPOLEON Best New InYear’s to one be needs spotted

DURBAN Sabrage is a technique for opening a champagne bottle with a sabre, used for ceremonial occasions.

The longest champagne cork flight in the world was 177 feet, 9 inches, set by American Heinrich Medicus in New York in 1988.

The pressure in a champagne bottle is three times higher than that in a car tire. Approximately 49 million bubbles can be found in a 750ml champagne bottle that is stored at 20ºC.

Join the party at the Three Cities Square Boutique Hotel and Spa on Umhlanga METRES Ridge for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve on Monday, 31 December.

The largest bottle is two metres high and stands at Beaumont des Crayeres in Mardeuil, the largest cork (one metre) is also there.

This exclusive, carnival-themed evening will have guests dancing the night away under the stars as they welcome the New Year. Tickets cost R 300.00 per person — includes full course buffet meal, free bubbly

Champagne has three times the gas content of beer! It emits 30 bubbles per second! Beer only produces 10 bubbles per second. at midnight and live entertainment. Seats are limited!

Venue: The Square Boutique Hotel Party: Carnival Party on the deck The three Time: 19:00traditional grapes used to make champagne are chardonnay, Theme: Carnival pinot noir, and pinot meunier. Contact: 031 566 1814 e-mail: reserve@thesquare.co.za or visit www.thesquare.co.za

For the first time in Durban enjoy New Year’s Eve with Madame Zingara, exploring the latest in cirque theatre, food and music as you ring in 2013 and bid farewell to 2012 with one of Africa’s most influential DJs. Dino Moran has won international acclaim as one ofThe theworld’s world’stallest musicchampagne leaders and Madame glass stands at approximately Zingara is proud to be associated with him. seven feet and can hold up to 22 bottles of champagne. This glass Tickets cost 895 peratperson — includes welcome was R unveiled a festival in Spoleto, Italy. drinks, four-course dinner, the show and a bottle of bubbly per couple as the clock strikes 12 midnight. In the Champagne region approximately 980 million Venue: Madam Zingara, Suncoast Casino bottles of champagne are Party: New Year’s Eve with Madame Zingara M I L18:00 L I O N underground. Time:

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Theme: Carnival Contact: 086 162 3263 Visit: www.madamezingara.com

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JO’BURG The largest crystal glass is at Taittinger in Reims and is the size of a large bathtub.

Heidsieck & Co See in the New Year Monopole with class at Blue TopVenue: Cantare Dinner and Dance at Cantare’s Masked BallChampagne New Year’s Brut Montecasino the champagne Eve party. Renowned was as South Party: New Year’s Eve Masked Ball served on Titanic. Africa’s premier dinner and dance Time: 21:00 – 04:00 venue, you can expect a vintage Theme: Masked Ball Varga cabaret show, live band, DJ,

five-course meal, glass of bubbly at midnight, loads of prizes and much more for only R850. Dress strictly smart — no gents under 25 or ladies under 23.

Everyone knows sparkling wine can only DURBAN be called champagne if cultivated in the Champagne region. Some might even know that a Benedictine monk by the name of Dom Perignon is (incorrectly) thought to have invented champagne. Here are some interesting facts about bubbly that you might not know:

Contact: 011 511 0505 Visit: www.cantare.co.za

James Bond loves Marilyn Monroe is champagne. He is believed to have taken a portrayed drinking ‘champagne bath’ filled champagne 35 times in to the brim with 350 the Bond films. bottles of champagne. Enjoy a festive night at the well-known Grand Daddy Hotel this New Year’s Eve! Welcome 2013 in sophisticated Mardi Gras-style and stand to win the Sinking champagne prize foract Grand Daddy’s best-dressed couple. is the of pouring out champagne in a sink, cost originating in person — includes welcome Tickets R 250 per The largest single Sweden after a ban drinks, three floors and two base-enriched dance vat of champagne is on spraying. Sinking floors. in Mercier Epernay became a replacement and contains 200,000 for spraying as a way to Venue: Grand Daddy Hotel bottles. demonstrate wealth. Party: Mardi Gras at the Grand Daddy NYE

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Time: 20:30 Vintage champagne is one Theme: Mardi Grasaged for a minimum of that’s three years and up to ten. It e-mail: reservations@granddaddy.co.za YEARS is the most expensive.

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44 | facts festive champagne

FIZZY FACTS

Champagne! In victory one deserves it; in defeat one needs it. - NAPOLEON

The longest champagne cork flight in the world was 177 feet, 9 inches, set by American Heinrich Medicus in New York in 1988.

Sabrage is a technique for opening a champagne bottle with a sabre, used for ceremonial occasions.

The pressure in a champagne bottle is three times higher than that in a car tire.

Everyone knows sparkling wine can only be called champagne if cultivated in the Champagne region. Some might even know that a Benedictine monk by the name of Dom Perignon is (incorrectly) thought to have invented champagne. Here are some interesting facts about bubbly that you might not know:

Approximately 49 million bubbles can be found in a 750ml champagne bottle that is stored at 20ºC. Champagne has three times the gas content of beer! It emits 30 bubbles per second! Beer only produces 10 bubbles per second.

METRES

The largest bottle is two metres high and stands at Beaumont des Crayeres in Mardeuil, the largest cork (one metre) is also there.

The three traditional grapes used to make champagne are chardonnay, pinot noir, and pinot meunier.

The world’s tallest champagne glass stands at approximately seven feet and can hold up to 22 bottles of champagne. This glass was unveiled at a festival in Spoleto, Italy.

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The largest crystal glass is at Taittinger in Reims and is the size of a large bathtub.

Heidsieck & Co Monopole Blue Top Champagne Brut was the champagne served on Titanic.

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In the Champagne region approximately 980 million bottles of champagne are underground.

Marilyn Monroe is believed to have taken a ‘champagne bath’ filled to the brim with 350 bottles of champagne.

James Bond loves champagne. He is portrayed drinking champagne 35 times in the Bond films.

Sinking champagne is the act of pouring out champagne in a sink, originating in Sweden after a ban on spraying. Sinking became a replacement for spraying as a way to demonstrate wealth.

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YEARS

The largest single vat of champagne is in Mercier Epernay and contains 200,000 bottles.

Vintage champagne is one that’s aged for a minimum of three years and up to ten. It is the most expensive.

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46 | destination graskop hotel

DESTINATION WITH A

DIFFERENCE

The Graskop Hotel

The Graskop Hotel is like a painter’s canvas. What was a 70s-style building is now home to a constantly evolving contemporary art collection — an art installation to spend time in. Guests returning to the Graskop Hotel now request a room created by an artist of their choice rather than a room with a view. The hotel is ideally situated. From it you can explore the painterly marvels of the eastern escarpment of Mpumalanga and are within easy reach of the world-renowned Kruger National Park. You can also experience God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, various waterfalls, the Blyde River Canyon and the historic village of Pilgrim’s Rest at your leisure. High up on the Drakensberg escarpment, Graskop is malaria-free and boasts a pleasant, moderate climate. Cooler evening temperatures, though, will lure you back to crackling log fires and a hearty meal in the Graskop Hotel at the end of an eventful day. The area plays host to many activities: white water river rafting, leopard breeding issue 17 | the airport magazine

programmes, elephant safaris and helicopter trips, to name but a few. All can be arranged through the Graskop Tourist Information office. A passion for contemporary South African art and the inspiring Mpumalanga escarpment were instrumental in the creation of the Graskop Hotel’s unique ambience. Co-owner, Harrie Siertsema of Harrie’s Pancakes fame, collaborated with artists to create rooms with a very specific aim — a work of art you can sleep in! Strolling through the hotel also exposes you to the diversity of contemporary South African art. The rooms vary in character. Artists Eric Duplan, Phyllis Green and Schalk van Niekerk collaborated to create a little escarpment tranquility in room 22. In room 9 Cecile Heysteck created through her wooden sculptures, just what it is that makes for an enjoyable hotel stay, included with her soft pillows, a well-tuned TV, a gently boiling kettle and a rack to hang your coat on – simple but beautiful. You might even find a little midnight snack on top of the cupboard! A giant cactus sculpture

by renowned land artist, Strijdom van der Merwe, welcomes you at the front door in Main Street. The hotel has 37 rooms, 15 of which are situated in gardens dotted with sculptures. A variety of indigenous plants, flowers, and herbs will tempt you to explore and experience what the different seasons have to offer. Garden rooms cater for families with children in safe surroundings. The owner-run hotel and long-serving staff will tend to your every need. You’ll feel at home and will be warmly welcomed and remembered on your return visits. The hotel has a 3-star grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa and is reasonably priced at R400-00 per person sharing, including a full breakfast.

Contact Details: Website: wwwgraskophotel.co.za email: graskophotel@mweb.co.za Telephone: 013 7671244 Fax: 013 7671245 3 Main (Hoof) Street, Graskop, Mpumalanga

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48 | experience madame zingara

a dinner cirque spectacular

WORDS Lorinda Scott

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ll I can say about Madame Zingara’s new extravaganza, El Milagro, which is Spanish for “The Miracle”, “What a spectacular show!”. As a first-timer this year (and I went twice), I can honestly say that I’m amazed at what I’ve missed out on all these years! For a night you are taken out of the realm of reality and the minute you walk into Victoria, as the huge tent is named, you are transported back in time. Her lavish mirrored columns, rich velvet drapes and booths transport you back to a bygone era where cirque and magic ruled the world. Dressing up (however demure or bold you choose to go) puts you into character and... Madame Zingara’s Theatre of Dreams, the Grande Dame of burlesque, we are ready for you! Madame Zingara’s Theatre of Dreams has been thrilling audiences in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban since early in 2007. Based on the concept of the traditional mirror tents of Europe, the innovative Theatre of Dreams has completely transformed the notion of dining out in South Africa, earning many accolades for their interpretation of dinner theatre. Offering a multi-sensory experience which transcends the boundaries between audience, artists and staff, it is a unique synthesis of dining and entertainment where everything is possible and anything can happen. For the uninitiated, Madame Zingara is a unique dinner cirque spectacular, which enchants, captivates and inspires all who enter her magical world. The show is housed in one of the last remaining mirror tents in the world, Victoria, which is a magnificent twenty-five-metre velvet

big top. As our Ring Master said, “These mirrors have seen a thousand faces and they remember a million stories, never to be told, but forever remaining within them”. I found sitting there reflecting on the stories the mirrors have to tell really interesting. The show itself is spectacular, the decor amazing and the sense of history within those mirrored walls tangible. The food is what people return for year after year —.the chilli chocolate steak has always been a highlight — but every need and taste is catered for. The food alone is worth the cost of the ticket and on top of that you get a magnificent show as well. For me, the story of the show and the people that are so much a part of it was the most fascinating part. The show runs like a well-oiled machine, with no hiccups from either performance or food, and the waiters are in character from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave which, for most, is the very early hours of the morning after a really good let-your-hair-down-anddance the night out, in what must be one of the most spectacular venues ever! I am sure NEW YEAR’S EVE will be an absolute blast here! I believe that the reason why this show works is because every person in it is part of the show and the experience and passion that started it. They all move around with the show wherever it goes and, chatting to our flamboyant waiter, I realised that this is not just a fleeting job — they all invest themselves heavily into the show and stay with it for a couple of years. Staff turnover is very low amongst the Madame Z team, which says a lot for a show like this!

Interesting madame zingara info The show has been running since October at the Suncoast Casino and the season in Durban will end after New Year. Madame is very proud to introduce the unique Icarian game to their guests and, indeed, to South Africa. It is a very rare skill, foot juggling, and one of the oldest circus art disciplines in the world. Alexander and Philipp, who hail from Russia and come to Madame Zingara after many years with the Moscow Circus, will be with them until the end of the year. November sees the arrival of Natalya from Fort Lauderdale, who returns to our shores to finish off the year with them in Durban. This incredible insect-inspired cube juggling act debuted with them in Johannesburg in March and they are thrilled to have her perform with them in Durban as well. Another very special debut in Durban is the dynamic quartet, The Specifics, comprising four super-talented South African vocalists with an energetic stage presence. They bring back the most memorable old favourites, getting feet tapping and the party started in true Zingara-style. Alongside internationally-renowned local DJ, Dino Moran, and the Zingara crew, all these super-talented performers will be seeing in the New Year — their first ever in the Zulu Kingdom. issue 17 | the airport magazine

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Summer in Durban is the envy of the rest of the country! Hot and steamy, balmy and beautiful, the long days and nights are perfect for spending time outdoors enjoying the very best, the season has to offer. Surrounded by palm trees and with miles of unspoilt, protected bathing beaches and unsurpassed views, Suncoast Casino, Hotels & Entertainment (Suncoast), on Durban’s ‘Golden Mile’, is a haven of sun, fun and non-stop activity, for both local and international visitors.

ith its distinctive neon lighting and Art Deco-style architecture, the complex offers two gaming areas, an eight-screen movie cinema (home to the largest 3-D screen in KZN), a Magic Company entertainment arcade for children, restaurants, bars and fast food outlets. Suncoast has something for everyone! Wining & Dining Suncoast has a selection of 18 wining and dining options to choose from. This includes the award-winning Havana Grill, KaiThai and a number of SA’s top fast food outlets. Havana Grill at Suncoast, is one of KwaZulu-Natal’s leading fine-dining

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establishments. Overlooking the Sundeck and the Indian Ocean, ‘Havana’ specializes in steak, seafood and grills and stocks one of the largest and most varied selections of exclusive wines in town. Havana Grill offers a choice of dining options, a Cigar Lounge, private function areas and conference facilities. KaiThai, is a recent addition to Suncoast and brings the best of Thailand’s bold and imaginative cuisine to the Durban market. Only the freshest ingredients are used, and dishes are prepared just before serving to ensure their nutritional value and crisp, fresh tastes are retained. Kai Thai’s menu combines beautiful presentation, fragrant aromas and contrasting yet complimentary flavours and textures.

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The SUNzone The SUNzone, has fast earned itself a reputation as one of Durban’s top show and entertainment venues. Throughout the year, a variety of events, live shows and exhibitions, are held in this flexible space.

Did You Know?

Over the past 10 years: • 77 million people have visited the property, making it the busiest casino in KwaZulu-Natal and the second most visited in the country. • Suncoast has made 26 millionaires. • SUNCOAST is the largest casino in Durban at over 7000m2, with coinless SMART technology, 1330 slot machines, 50 gaming tables, and the exclusive ‘77 Ocean Drive ‘Salon Prive for higher limit slots and tables. • Suncoast Casino, Hotels & Entertainment is owned by Tsogo Sun.

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The SUNdeck The superb grassed area located between the complex and the natural, coastal dunes, overlooking the Indian Ocean, provides one of the City’s most popular and spectacular relaxation areas. The Boardwalk, linking SUNcoast to uShaka Marine World on the southern book-end of the Golden Mile and Blue Lagoon in the north, provides a safe and scenic space for cyclists, walkers, runners, roller-bladers and skateboarders. SUNcoast Hotel & SUNSquare Hotel Luxuriously comfortable with spectacular sea views, the Suncoast Hotel offers superb accommodation and warm service. Each of the 37 luxuriously appointed rooms offer incredible sea views over the Indian Ocean. SUNSquare Hotel, offers a more relaxed option, ideal for the leisure or business traveller. A unique, lifestyle Spa situated on the entire 9th floor of the Towers promises a

revitalising and rejuvenating experience for guests wishing to indulge in pure pampering. The Riviera Restaurant offers a mix of authentic Mediterranean dishes, local favourites and seafood treats. Guests can enjoy an unwinding sundowner at The Riviera Bar. SUNCoast Conferences & Events – The Conference & Event Destination with a Difference With its alluring blend of beachside fun, world class casino action and exciting leisure, business and entertainment options Suncoast’s three beautifully designed, versatile conferencing venues, meet the needs of the discerning conference and event market and are suitable for any event - from banquet dinners to awards functions, meetings, press conferences and product launches.  The two fully-equipped, purpose-built function rooms and the Supernova multipurpose function theatre, with a 170m² large screen, are capable of hosting a broad spectrum of events.

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56 | health what woman want

Everything that celebrities, health magazines and the girl next door have ever told you about “toning” and getting into shape is as useful to the “real” woman as trying to eat soup with a fork.

A WORDS Lil Biachi

s a coach, I read a lot of magazines, fitness and strength books, Internet blogs and articles and listen to a lot of what is being said relating to how to get “in shape”. Most people who know me, know that I'm a little more raw when it comes to training and know, as most women should, that all the bullsh*t we are being told is, in fact, just that — bullsh*t. There are some simple rules that I follow in order to keep myself at my best and the same laws apply to the women under my watch. Firstly, the word “tone” is not in my vocabulary. A muscle can either be made bigger or smaller and that's it —

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simple. Women seem to run away from the idea of building muscle when they should be running towards it. Building muscle enhances your definition and it also increases fat burn — the more muscle you have, the more energy you require to feed the muscle, so this causes an increase in your metabolism which aids in fat burn. However, I still meet women on a daily basis who claim they get big when they lift heavy... heavy cakes maybe! Lifting weights does not make you big; eating cakes make you big. We just don't have the hormonal profile that men do and, unless we are mainlining testosterone, our

genetic makeup just does not allow for it. My advice as a coach is to pick up heavy weights; lifting milk bottles is not going to help you achieve anything. If you want to see changes to your body, challenge it. Simple! Heavy weights at low reps (8-15 for women) builds definition. Whatever you have been brainwashed to believe about shooting a 5kg dumbbell around for 50 reps getting you definition is pure fabrication. Another great myth that I hear quite often is that if you not sweating, it’s not working.

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Any experienced coach will tell you that it's not about what you burn in your workout; it's about what you burn in the hours following your training. Lifting heavy increases your metabolism, which forces your body to burn more calories; featherweight lifting for 100 reps does not. On that note, lifting the same heavy object day in and day out for months on end will get you nowhere. My next simple rule applies here — progressive overload. It's all about adaptation. If you lift a 20kg bar above your head every day for weeks, your body is going to build itself up in preparation for it — your body adapts and this no longer becomes a challenge. Add more weight, or more sets, or shorten rests — present a new challenge. I've been lifting heavy for a few years and I have achieved feats of strength that I once couldn't comprehend, yet I still do not look like a female Jay Cutler. It’s simple science. My main rule, no matter what I've read, witnessed or been told to the

contrary, is that compound exercises, big exercises give big results. I hate gimmicks and gadgets and new ideas — balancing on balls, stepping on elipticals and wasting time on the small things when the big things are what make big changes. We as women should not be subjected to the “yes-no” machines, ab classes, stomach crunches and butt blasters. It’s all about the fundamentals and sticking to the basics that have always worked. If you want to lose fat, get lean and tone (gain muscle) in a big way, do big exercises. Deadlifts, strict presses, heavy squats, rows, chin-ups, dips, push-ups and the assistance exercises that accompany them. I do these and I know this works. Personally, as a woman, it’s not just about achieving a great body. There is something empowering about being feminine, being a woman and being able to lift heavy.

My main rule, no matter what I've read, witnessed or been told to the contrary, is that compound exercises, big exercises give big results.

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Not your traditional view of the situation but, let’s be honest, sometimes lemonade just doesn’t cut it. We have all been through one of those seasons in life where things are just too much. Work deadlines seem unattainable, the weather is miserable, you don’t have the capacity to be sociable, there are just not enough hours in the day and, when the week ends, all you want is a giant Margarita or a fully-paid-for holiday in Mauritius. Unless you have won the luck lottery, I assume that the latter is a bit of a long shot. Do not despair, dear readers! The truth is that there are multitudes of wondrous and exponential possibilities that come out of tough situations. Here are some practical ways to make your Margarita out of the lemons that are thrown your way.

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Find your happy place Everyone needs a place, either in reality or in your imagination, where you can go and just chill out. It may be somewhere on a tranquil beach, it could be your bedroom with the door closed, it could be your back garden, it could even be the mystical island of Peaceville that you have created in your mind (where there are chocolate waterfalls and everything goes your way). Wherever it is, go there! Life is hectic and we can so easily get bogged down by the pace and expectations of it that we forget to visit our happy place and have our tanks refilled. Think about where your happy place is and, if you haven’t got one, find one. Trust a friend Sometimes the best thing to do is vent. Husbands, sorry about this, but this is usually because of you. Honestly, having a friend who you can call up

and share what’s going on over a coffee or a drink will make the world of difference. Maybe you are a bit like me, someone who doesn’t want to burden people with my stuff. Well, let me tell you that having a friend who is a constant support and who listens to me has made the world of difference in my life. They may not always listen to every detail but that is the beauty of having a sounding board — you can get it all out. Trust that friend; you are not a burden; that’s what friends are for, after all. Dance it out OK, not everyone is a dancer, so for the sake of this exercise insert your favourite sport in place of dance. I loved that episode in Grey’s Anatomy where Meredith and Christina have had a really rubbish week and the two of them put the music on loud and dance around the lounge. Exercise releases

endorphins and endorphins are what allow us humans to experience joy and the feeling that everything is going to be all right. So, if you are having a really tough week or day, get those gym pants on or hit the promenade — you will feel so much better afterwards. Breathe The last and most important thing of all is when life gets you down and it is all too much, is to just breathe! The more oxygen you get to your brain, the more clearly you can think and the world seems a more bearable place. Try it — close your eyes, take a deep breath in, then exhale. Let your shoulders drop as the weight on them falls away with every deep breath. So the lemons may keep a-coming but, hopefully, these practical tips will help you retreat from the chaos and find a piece of solace amidst it all.

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